The White Lotus Creator Mike White Compares Lisa to Taylor Swift

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Initially hesitant about casting BLACKPINK’s Lisa in Season 3 of “The White Lotus“, creator Mike White found himself reconsidering after her audition. As the season finale is released, White shares how the K-pop sensation managed to win him over, garnering comparisons to Taylor Swift and Princess Diana.

What did Mike White say about Lisa?

We’re not considering that.

However, following her departure from YG Entertainment to kickstart her solo venture, Lisa demonstrated an unwavering resolve. She submitted a self-recorded audition, even requesting a face-to-face meeting with the team, disregarding potential security issues. As she had been honing her craft within Blackpink for some time, this opportunity presented itself at a crucial juncture in her search for fresh endeavors. Upon receiving the script, she promptly returned a tape as her response.

David Bernad, the executive producer, disclosed that they held a clandestine tryout for The White Lotus in Phuket. During this secret audition, Lisa’s professionalism left them spellbound. “Lisa was incredibly humble,” Bernad stated. “She had worked tirelessly on her performance.” White commented, “Her audition was simply outstanding. And she is such a kind and straightforward person.

Nevertheless, the creator of The White Lotus found reservations because Lisa garners such extensive admiration. He compared her to a fusion of Taylor Swift and Princess Diana in terms of her renown in Thailand, recognizing her celebrity stature.

In the end, it was her skill and dedication that won him over. When she was chosen for the part, there were people on set who even shed tears of joy. He went on to say that considering Lisa’s fame, her role in The White Lotus Season 3 turned out to be a satisfying one (as reported by The Hollywood Reporter).

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2025-04-07 13:12